Merry Christmas

A fine period piece based on John Cheever's short story, "Christmas Is a Sad Season for the Poor," Charlie the elevator operator carries an apartment house's residents up and down on Christmas Day. Its LA Weekly review noted "much thought-provoking substance . . . understated, whimsical."

15 minutes
Filmmakers: Dave Cunningham,
Paul Marashlian
Narrative Short

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